Black Tea (Varietal/Non-Flavored)

Assam, Darjeeling, Ceylon, English Breakfast – all these are Black Teas, the most commonly known tea throughout the world. But each is different! Darjeeling, the “champagne of tea” is as different from Assam as Chardonnay is from Pinot Grigio. Although they all begin as fresh green leaf, black teas get their dark color through a specific tea manufacturing process. For more on this, read our section on Tea Basics. You can browse by origin or name or type - just use the filters provided. For ease of navigation, we have arranged them alphabetically. Additionally, well-known blends such as English Breakfast or Irish Breakfast are grouped under Popular Blends.

A strong broken leaf tea - grade is usually FBOP or GBOP. What does all this mean? This indicates that it is not a full leaf tea but a smaller leaf style, Flowery Broken Orange Pekoe or Golden Broken Orange Pekoe. Your basic "regular" tea. Good with milk. Certified Organic....

The everyday tea of India. No frills, just a nice strong cup. Small round granules of tea produced in the Crush Tear & Curl style (CTC). Certified Organic. Good with milk. Does justice to the phrase, "If Strength is your Weakness, then Assam is your Tea". Definitely a strong cup!...

Quick Shop{"id":1519854532,"title":"Doomur Dullung, Assam Black","handle":"doomur_dullung","description":"\u003cp\u003eA hearty, malty Assam with an abundance of tips from the eastern part of Assam. Smooth finish, a great cup! In Assamese, Doomur Dullung means \"the fisherman's bridge\". This estate is one of the plantations of the Assam Company, established in 1839 by a royal deed of the British Parliament. If you love a hearty cup of tea with milk and sugar - try this.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse 1 tsp. leaf per 8 oz. cup. \u003cbr\u003e Pour boiling water over leaves. \u003cbr\u003e Steep 4-5 mins.\u003cbr\u003e Milk may be added.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2015-09-18T17:19:00-04:00","created_at":"2015-09-18T17:19:43-04:00","vendor":"Silver Tips Tea","type":"Loose Leaf Tea","tags":["Assam","Black Tea","India","Varietal","Varietal\/Non-Flavored"],"price":691,"price_min":691,"price_max":4400,"available":true,"price_varies":true,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":13044282523701,"title":"2oz","option1":"2oz","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"1008-2","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":false,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Doomur Dullung, Assam Black - 2oz","public_title":"2oz","options":["2oz"],"price":691,"weight":0,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":-1,"inventory_management":null,"inventory_policy":"deny","barcode":""},{"id":5374107908,"title":"4oz","option1":"4oz","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"1008-4","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":false,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Doomur Dullung, Assam Black - 4oz","public_title":"4oz","options":["4oz"],"price":1382,"weight":0,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":-77,"inventory_management":null,"inventory_policy":"deny","barcode":"1008"},{"id":5374107972,"title":"8oz","option1":"8oz","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"1008-8","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":false,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Doomur Dullung, Assam Black - 8oz","public_title":"8oz","options":["8oz"],"price":2300,"weight":0,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":-35,"inventory_management":null,"inventory_policy":"deny","barcode":""},{"id":5374108036,"title":"16oz","option1":"16oz","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"1008-16","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":false,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Doomur Dullung, Assam Black - 16oz","public_title":"16oz","options":["16oz"],"price":4400,"weight":0,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":-38,"inventory_management":null,"inventory_policy":"deny","barcode":""}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0935\/8880\/products\/DOOMER_DULLUNG_ESTATE.png?v=1481153772"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0935\/8880\/products\/DOOMER_DULLUNG_ESTATE.png?v=1481153772","options":["Size"],"content":"\u003cp\u003eA hearty, malty Assam with an abundance of tips from the eastern part of Assam. Smooth finish, a great cup! In Assamese, Doomur Dullung means \"the fisherman's bridge\". This estate is one of the plantations of the Assam Company, established in 1839 by a royal deed of the British Parliament. If you love a hearty cup of tea with milk and sugar - try this.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse 1 tsp. leaf per 8 oz. cup. \u003cbr\u003e Pour boiling water over leaves. \u003cbr\u003e Steep 4-5 mins.\u003cbr\u003e Milk may be added.\u003c\/p\u003e"}

A hearty, malty Assam with an abundance of tips from the eastern part of Assam. Smooth finish, a great cup! In Assamese, Doomur Dullung means "the fisherman's bridge". This estate is one of the plantations of the Assam Company, established in 1839 by a royal deed of the British Parliament....

A classic tippy, malty Assam with excellent flavor. Part of the well-known Goodricke companies, Harmutty teas are known for their exquisite gold tips and rich taste. One of our recommendations. Use 1 heaped tsp. leaf per 8 oz. cup. Pour boiling water over leaves. Steep 4-5 mins. Milk may be...

Our own blend of long-leaf Assam estates - not too strong but with the characteristic full-bodied taste of pure Assam. Good with milk but can be enjoyed on its own. Use 1 heaped tsp. leaf per 8 oz. cup. Pour boiling water over leaves. Steep 4-5 mins. Milk may be...

Quick Shop{"id":1519862852,"title":"Kaziranga","handle":"kaziranga","description":"\u003cp\u003eOur own special house blend of two of the best estates in Assam. This is the tea for Mangalam Estate fans. Tippy, malty, robust! Named after the famed Kaziranga Wildlife Sanctuary in Assam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse 1 heaped tsp. leaf per 8 oz. cup. \u003cbr\u003e Pour boiling water over leaves. \u003cbr\u003e Steep 4-5 mins. \u003cbr\u003eMilk may be added.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2015-09-18T17:20:00-04:00","created_at":"2015-09-18T17:20:26-04:00","vendor":"Silver Tips Tea","type":"Loose Leaf Tea","tags":["Assam","Black Tea","India","Varietal","Varietal\/Non-Flavored"],"price":1357,"price_min":1357,"price_max":7600,"available":true,"price_varies":true,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":5374142212,"title":"2oz","option1":"2oz","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"1006-2","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":false,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Kaziranga - 2oz","public_title":"2oz","options":["2oz"],"price":1357,"weight":0,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":-16,"inventory_management":null,"inventory_policy":"deny","barcode":""},{"id":5374142276,"title":"4oz","option1":"4oz","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"1006-4","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":false,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Kaziranga - 4oz","public_title":"4oz","options":["4oz"],"price":2714,"weight":0,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":-14,"inventory_management":null,"inventory_policy":"deny","barcode":"1006"},{"id":5374142404,"title":"8oz","option1":"8oz","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"1006-8","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":false,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Kaziranga - 8oz","public_title":"8oz","options":["8oz"],"price":4560,"weight":0,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":-8,"inventory_management":null,"inventory_policy":"deny","barcode":""},{"id":5374142532,"title":"16oz","option1":"16oz","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"1006-16","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":false,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Kaziranga - 16oz","public_title":"16oz","options":["16oz"],"price":7600,"weight":0,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":0,"inventory_management":null,"inventory_policy":"deny","barcode":""}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0935\/8880\/products\/KAZIRANGA.png?v=1481162489"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0935\/8880\/products\/KAZIRANGA.png?v=1481162489","options":["Size"],"content":"\u003cp\u003eOur own special house blend of two of the best estates in Assam. This is the tea for Mangalam Estate fans. Tippy, malty, robust! Named after the famed Kaziranga Wildlife Sanctuary in Assam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse 1 heaped tsp. leaf per 8 oz. cup. \u003cbr\u003e Pour boiling water over leaves. \u003cbr\u003e Steep 4-5 mins. \u003cbr\u003eMilk may be added.\u003c\/p\u003e"}

Our own special house blend of two of the best estates in Assam. This is the tea for Mangalam Estate fans. Tippy, malty, robust! Named after the famed Kaziranga Wildlife Sanctuary in Assam. Use 1 heaped tsp. leaf per 8 oz. cup. Pour boiling water over leaves. Steep 4-5 mins....

Rich, malty, a very good everyday Assam with nice, thick liquor, some tips to the leaf producing a good-morning breakfast cup.
Use 1 generous tsp. leaf per 8 oz. cup. Pour boiling water over leaves. Steep 4-5 mins. Milk may be added.

Enjoy the prize crop of Darjeeling, the champagne of teas - this is Lot DJ 10/18 - slightly astringent, excellent leaf style, and an underlying floral tone to the cup. A short steep recommended. Enjoy the spirit of the Himalayas - Organic, Biodynamic & Fair Trade. 2018 season. For all those who...

Still wonderful, but the 2018 harvest is here. So for all of you who love low prices, here's 2017 stock at a great value. Enjoy Makaibari first flush at a steep discount! Certified Organic & Fair Trade. Use 1 tsp. leaf per 8 oz. cup. Pour boiling water over...

Quick Shop{"id":1519865284,"title":"Makaibari 2nd flush 2018","handle":"makaibari_2f_2017","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe classic coppery hue to the infused leaf is very noticeable in this new 2018 lot along with a pleasant pungency in taste. We're pleased with the 2nd flush harvest this year and we were fortunate to select the best. From an estate certified Organic, Biodynamic and Fair Trade. Enjoy our most popular Makaibari - 2nd flush.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd for those seeking a discount, check out our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.silvertipstea.com\/collections\/makaibari\"\u003eother Makaibari lo\u003c\/a\u003ets, particularly those from the previous season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse 1 tsp. leaf per 8 oz. cup. \u003cbr\u003ePour boiling water over leaves. \u003cbr\u003eSteep 3.5 mins.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2015-09-18T17:20:00-04:00","created_at":"2015-09-18T17:20:37-04:00","vendor":"Silver Tips Tea","type":"Organic Loose Leaf Tea","tags":["Black Tea","Darjeeling","Fair Trade","India","Makaibari","Organic","Varietal","Varietal\/Non-Flavored"],"price":668,"price_min":668,"price_max":4200,"available":true,"price_varies":true,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":12639622955061,"title":"2oz","option1":"2oz","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"1120-2","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":false,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Makaibari 2nd flush 2018 - 2oz","public_title":"2oz","options":["2oz"],"price":668,"weight":0,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":-6,"inventory_management":null,"inventory_policy":"deny","barcode":""},{"id":5374154372,"title":"4oz","option1":"4oz","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"1120-4","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":false,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Makaibari 2nd flush 2018 - 4oz","public_title":"4oz","options":["4oz"],"price":1336,"weight":0,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":-120,"inventory_management":null,"inventory_policy":"deny","barcode":"1120"},{"id":5374154436,"title":"8oz","option1":"8oz","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"1120-8","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":false,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Makaibari 2nd flush 2018 - 8oz","public_title":"8oz","options":["8oz"],"price":2335,"weight":0,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":-155,"inventory_management":null,"inventory_policy":"deny","barcode":""},{"id":5374154564,"title":"16oz","option1":"16oz","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"1120-16","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":false,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Makaibari 2nd flush 2018 - 16oz","public_title":"16oz","options":["16oz"],"price":4200,"weight":0,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":-200,"inventory_management":null,"inventory_policy":"deny","barcode":""}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0935\/8880\/products\/IMG_4627.JPG?v=1534367483"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0935\/8880\/products\/IMG_4627.JPG?v=1534367483","options":["Size"],"content":"\u003cp\u003eThe classic coppery hue to the infused leaf is very noticeable in this new 2018 lot along with a pleasant pungency in taste. We're pleased with the 2nd flush harvest this year and we were fortunate to select the best. From an estate certified Organic, Biodynamic and Fair Trade. Enjoy our most popular Makaibari - 2nd flush.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd for those seeking a discount, check out our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.silvertipstea.com\/collections\/makaibari\"\u003eother Makaibari lo\u003c\/a\u003ets, particularly those from the previous season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse 1 tsp. leaf per 8 oz. cup. \u003cbr\u003ePour boiling water over leaves. \u003cbr\u003eSteep 3.5 mins.\u003c\/p\u003e"}

The classic coppery hue to the infused leaf is very noticeable in this new 2018 lot along with a pleasant pungency in taste. We're pleased with the 2nd flush harvest this year and we were fortunate to select the best. From an estate certified Organic, Biodynamic and Fair Trade. Enjoy our most...

Quick Shop{"id":1519865156,"title":"Makaibari 2nd Flush-previous season","handle":"makaibari_2f_prev","description":"\u003cp\u003eStill wonderful but alas, this year's stock is now in! This is from the previous 2017 season - A classic 2nd flush muscatel tea from the Makaibari Estate - the pioneers of biodynamic tea farming in the world. This tea has a pronounced floral bouquet, with nutty and pungent notes in the cup and is one of our most popular selections. Yours at a discount since the new season lot is here! Stock up!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor other Makaibari teas, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.silvertipstea.com\/collections\/makaibari\"\u003eclick here\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse 1 tsp. leaf per 8 oz. cup. \u003cbr\u003ePour boiling water over leaves. \u003cbr\u003eSteep 3.5 mins.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2015-09-18T17:20:00-04:00","created_at":"2015-09-18T17:20:37-04:00","vendor":"Silver Tips Tea","type":"Organic Loose Leaf Tea","tags":["Black Tea","Darjeeling","Fair Trade","India","Makaibari","Organic","Varietal","Varietal\/Non-Flavored"],"price":776,"price_min":776,"price_max":2400,"available":true,"price_varies":true,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":5374154052,"title":"4oz","option1":"4oz","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"1125-4","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":false,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Makaibari 2nd Flush-previous season - 4oz","public_title":"4oz","options":["4oz"],"price":776,"weight":0,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":-65,"inventory_management":null,"inventory_policy":"deny","barcode":""},{"id":5374154116,"title":"8oz","option1":"8oz","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"1125-8","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":false,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Makaibari 2nd Flush-previous season - 8oz","public_title":"8oz","options":["8oz"],"price":1275,"weight":0,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":-70,"inventory_management":null,"inventory_policy":"deny","barcode":"1125"},{"id":5374154180,"title":"16oz","option1":"16oz","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"1125-16","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":false,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Makaibari 2nd Flush-previous season - 16oz","public_title":"16oz","options":["16oz"],"price":2400,"weight":0,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":-225,"inventory_management":null,"inventory_policy":"deny","barcode":""}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0935\/8880\/products\/MB_2_PREV.png?v=1504110496"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0935\/8880\/products\/MB_2_PREV.png?v=1504110496","options":["Size"],"content":"\u003cp\u003eStill wonderful but alas, this year's stock is now in! This is from the previous 2017 season - A classic 2nd flush muscatel tea from the Makaibari Estate - the pioneers of biodynamic tea farming in the world. This tea has a pronounced floral bouquet, with nutty and pungent notes in the cup and is one of our most popular selections. Yours at a discount since the new season lot is here! Stock up!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor other Makaibari teas, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.silvertipstea.com\/collections\/makaibari\"\u003eclick here\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse 1 tsp. leaf per 8 oz. cup. \u003cbr\u003ePour boiling water over leaves. \u003cbr\u003eSteep 3.5 mins.\u003c\/p\u003e"}

Still wonderful but alas, this year's stock is now in! This is from the previous 2017 season - A classic 2nd flush muscatel tea from the Makaibari Estate - the pioneers of biodynamic tea farming in the world. This tea has a pronounced floral bouquet, with nutty and pungent notes in...